Annahmevermutung
Die Annahmevermutung gilt, wenn der Empfänger die Leistung nicht innerhalb der Frist zurückweist.
The presumption of acceptance applies if the recipient does not reject the performance within the deadline.
A legal presumption that a contractually agreed action (e.g., acceptance of an offer) has occurred unless proven otherwise.
Nach § 147 BGB gilt die Annahmevermutung, wenn der Antragende keine Ablehnung innerhalb der Annahmefrist erhält.
According to § 147 of the German Civil Code, the presumption of acceptance applies if the offeror does not receive a rejection within the acceptance period.
Used in German contract law to simplify proof of acceptance in commercial transactions. Contrasts with 'Zugangsfiktion' (fiction of receipt).
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Legal Context
In German law, 'Annahmevermutung' shifts the burden of proof to the party denying acceptance. Always check the specific contract terms and statutory deadlines (e.g., § 147 BGB) when applying this presumption.
Gold Rule
Presumption vs. Fiction
Unlike 'Zugangsfiktion' (which presumes delivery), 'Annahmevermutung' presumes the recipient's mental act of acceptance. Ensure you're applying the correct presumption based on the legal context.
Word Origin
Compound of 'Annahme' (acceptance) + 'Vermutung' (presumption), first attested in legal contexts in the early 20th century. 'Annahme' derives from Old High German 'ananehmi' (acceptance), while 'Vermutung' stems from 'vermuten' (to suppose), related to 'Mutung' (assumption).
Usage Notes
Primarily used in German commercial law (§ 147 BGB) for offers and acceptances. Not to be confused with 'Zugangsfiktion' (fiction of receipt), which presumes delivery rather than acceptance. The term reflects the German legal principle of 'Treu und Glauben' (good faith) in contract interpretation.